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The weather this weekend will actually be decent. In the 50s, no rain and only slight winds. Saturday and Sunday may be a bit overcast, but will stay dry. Pull out the hoodies and flannels and you’ll be just fine!
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Friday, November 8th
BCC Art Faculty Exhibition 2013 (10:00-4:00 pm)
The triennial event, the Grimshaw-Gudewicz Art Gallery is free and open to the public. It includes works by Sixten Abbot, Maryellen Atkins, David Barnes, Jason Chase, Brooke Mullins Doherty, Denise Donatelli, Elizabeth Dooher, Erik Durant, Christopher Durocher, Connie Babian Grab, Kathleen Hancock, Ron Lister, Marisa Millard, Eleanor Sabin, Cynthia Swanson, Jesse Thompson, John Tschirch, Tim Walsh, and Alison Wells. (508) 678-2811, Ext. 2631. 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River.
Marion Art Center: Anton Checkov’s “Seagull” (8:00 p.m.)
Marion Art Center: Presents a production of Anton Chekhov’s “Seagull.” The comedy in four acts is a rich and vibrant, and yes – even funny -slice-of-life drama set in the Russian countryside at the end of the 19th century. Nov. 1, 2, 3, 8 and 9. Tickets are $12.50 for members, $15 for general public. For information or tickets call (508) 748-1266.
Saturday, November 9th
The Children’s Closet Sale (Taunton) (8:00 am-5:00 pm)
It is that time of year again…Consignment Sale Season! The Children’s Closet Sale will be holding two Fall/Winter Children’s Consignment Event of this season! Half off sale starts at 3:00pm (Items will be marked.) The Event will again be held at: St Mary’s School Gymnasium, 106 Washington Street, Taunton, MA *We close at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday in order to p Phone: 774-240-3710. Email: alison@thechildrensclosetsale.com.
Bittersweet Bazaar (10:00 am-4:00 pm)
Bazaar features handmade crafts, Kindle raffle, country store featuring locally produced goods; plants; home baked items; Christmas gifts and decorations; silent auction; a Fair Trade table; grandma’s attic and children’s Grace table. A luncheon offering lobster rolls, chowder and more is available for purchase from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Grace’s community outreach and missions. Handicap accessible. For more information, call (508) 993-0547.
Crowell’s Fine Art Gallery: Donald Beal (10:00 am-5:00 pm)
Gallery presents an exhibition of selected works by artists Donald Beal, through Nov. 30.
Families Around the Bay: “Forest Exploration” (10:30 am-11:30 am)
Get your whole family exploring and learning in the outdoors during Families Around the Bay, a series of three free outings on Saturdays in October and November. Through fun games and hands-on activities, your whole family can learn about Buzzards Bay’s animals, plants and habitats. Recommended for families with elementary school-aged children.
“Forest Exploration” at the Flora B. Peirce Nature Trail at 100 Falmouth St., New Bedford. This event is free and reservations are required. For more information and to RSVP, contact Gracie Mullen-Thompson at mullen-thompson@savebuzzardsbay.org or (508) 999-6363 ext. 230.
BCC Art Faculty Exhibition 2013 (Fall River) (1:00-4:00 pm)
The triennial event, the Grimshaw-Gudewicz Art Gallery is free and open to the public. It includes works by Sixten Abbot, Maryellen Atkins, David Barnes, Jason Chase, Brooke Mullins Doherty, Denise Donatelli, Elizabeth Dooher, Erik Durant, Christopher Durocher, Connie Babian Grab, Kathleen Hancock, Ron Lister, Marisa Millard, Eleanor Sabin, Cynthia Swanson, Jesse Thompson, John Tschirch, Tim Walsh, and Alison Wells. (508) 678-2811, Ext. 2631. 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River.
Elvis Tribute: The Elvis Experience (7:30-9:00 p.m.)
Vic brings The Elvis Experience to a familiar town, but in a new facility, the Southcoast Center for the Arts!! Tickets are only 7 dollars for a 90 minute tribute to The King!! At the Southcoast Center for the Arts, 2510 Cranberry Highway. Performed by Vic Solo; Food Drive Nov. 9 through Thanksgiving. (508) 291-ARTS.
Sunday, November 10th
The Children’s Closet Sale (Taunton) (9:00 am-12:00 pm)
It is that time of year again…Consignment Sale Season! The Children’s Closet Sale will be holding two Fall/Winter Children’s Consignment Event of this season! The Event will again be held at: St Mary’s School Gymnasium, 106 Washington Street, Taunton, MA. Phone: 774-240-3710. Email: alison@thechildrensclosetsale.com.
Holiday Fair (9:00 am-3:00 pm)
Fair will feature full kitchen, crafts, bake table, white elephant table, Chinese auction and much more.
Diman PAC Holiday Craft Fair (Fall River) (10:00 am-3:00 pm)
Come shop over 40 local crafters and artisans including items crafted by our students. All proceeds benefit the Diman Parent Advisory Council Scholarship Fund. Email: dmfast1@hotmail.com. Diman Vocational Technical High School 251 Stonehaven Road Fall River, Mass. 02724 In The Gymnasium.
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